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State of Colorado CIHS Supervisor - Pueblo Regional Center in Pueblo, Colorado
CIHS Supervisor - Pueblo Regional Center
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CIHS Supervisor - Pueblo Regional Center
Salary
$23.91 - $33.47 Hourly
Location
Pueblo, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IJD 06287 3/10/2025
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
OAADS - Pueblo Regional Center
Opening Date
03/10/2025
Closing Date
3/24/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
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Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
270 W John Powell Blvd, Pueblo West, CO 81007
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
melissa.hamilton@comcast.net
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
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Department Information
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
This position will receive a short-staffing temporary pay differential of 3.17% from July 1st 2024 - June 30th 2025.
Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
About Pueblo Regional Center:
The Pueblo Regional Center (PRC) is one of three state-operated regional centers providing quality, specialized services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health diagnoses. PRC manages 11 group homes throughout the Pueblo West community, licensed to serve 88 individuals. PRC provides 24/7 care and treatment in home-like settings, while offering habilitative services and supports in the areas of residential, day
programming, therapies, and health and nutrition.
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Description of Job
PRC is a 24/7 facility; therefore, person in this position must be available to work any shift, any day, and any area to meet agency needs.
Description of Job:
This position is essential in the coordination of Community Integration and Habilitation Support Services (CIHS) for disabled individuals living at the PRC. This position manages a section (multiple workrooms or sites) of day program services. Responsibilities are the writing and implementation of individual plans for Community Integration and Habilitation Support Services (CIHS) services, working with the coordinator to ensure PRC clients arrive, make transportation connections and are placed in appropriate activities and employment sites with necessary support for the CIHS and employment navigator , communicating with necessary team members to support medical/off campus appointments, and helping to ensure staff coverage for all work and personal appointments are met. This position engages in communications with medical staff, residential management, case management, and other team members in order to ensure proper management of people and resources throughout the CIHS day. This position is responsible for scheduling the calendar for activities for CIHS and supportive employment services.
Coordination of CIHS Services:
Develops and coordinates appropriate CIHS services for assigned group of clients, including procedures and operating systems that govern the delivery of services in accordance with state, federal and agency regulations. Participates in time studies required by the US Department of Labor according to established standards as needed. Ensures assigned areas have appropriate supplies and materials to meet their needs according to the Individual Support Plan (ISP). Focus of activities include program development, program implementation, supervision and leadership, vocational assessments, and environmental considerations, development of group/work schedules, activity plans and workroom organization/structure. Collaborates with professional discipline staff to ensure integration of all services within CIHS. Represents CIHS at IDT meetings, management meetings and psychiatry clinics. Participates in team meetings with other program coordinators to ensure a smooth flow of comprehensive services to all PRC clients. Ensures all paperwork and documentation associated with agency and outside standards are met. Gathers, assembles, and analyzes facts to devise solutions to problems related to CIHS for the CIHS services director. Serves as backup to Community Integration Coordinator when gone. Coordinates CIHS scheduling and submits and coordinates calendar and communication to home staff.
Supervision:
Exercise supervision over the CIHS employees (apx 10), in the area of hiring, performance planning, performance evaluation, leave approval and progressive discipline. Implements the overall operations of day program and implements regulatory compliance in conjunction with: DPA regulations; Personnel Rules; State Board of Nursing Practice Acts; Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID); Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division (HFEMSD) of Department of Public Health (DPH); Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS); CDHS Policies and Procedures; and other state and federal mandates. Management of subordinate caseloads to ensure all needs are met. Monitors, trains and observes direct reports to ensure compliance with all regulations and documents accordingly.
Medication Administration:
Administers physician ordered medications and medical treatments in proper dosages at appropriate times to each individual. Records a wide range of information: medication given (includes time and amount); residents’ responses to medications and treatments; intake, output, seizures, menses; and all information relevant to all aspects of the clients’ medical status.
Direct Care Services:
Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Duties:
Implements and trains in the following areas: physically lift, transport and/or position residents by using approved lifting techniques. Employ current physical interventions methods in addressing a behaviorally troubled resident. Documents outcomes of treatments and program implementation timely and accurately. Monitors and addresses deficits in progress, maintenance and regression according to ISP. Safely operate a motor vehicle when transporting residents around Pueblo Regional Center (PRC) sites or to community locations. Ensures safe transportation of clients to work area, program area, medical appointments, court hearings and community activities, as well as taking an active part in vocational training. Assists residents with personal shopping; assists in ordering/purchasing supplies for the work site; follows Agency/State rules and policies and procedures; assures legal compliance with all purchases; and maintains agency mission. Arrange for residents to attend medical and outside doctor appointments, order medications and treatments, thus ensuring adequate delivery of medical services. Participates in the Interdisciplinary Team process, discussing residents’ ISPs (through goal and objective training, Safety Care training, direct contact and monitoring). Formulation of accurate information for assessments and formal reports for inclusion in the team process and individual program plans (ISP).
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
AND
Three (3) years of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position with one of these years experience in a supervisory role.
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience training, coaching and mentoring staff.
Experience being a first and/or second level supervisor.
Experience completing assessments and writing learning programs for daily living/work skills.
Experience assessing staff's work and providing feedback.
Experience developing tracking systems and being detail oriented.
Strong worth ethic.
Leadership skills.
Experience working with MH/ IDD.
Experience writing programs for people to gain life skills.
Great computer skills to include google analytics.
Team player and flexible to change.
Supplemental Documents Required to apply:
Must attach a cover letter
Conditions of Employment:
Preemployment physical Test: must demonstrate the ability to lift 50 lbs, bend, kneel, squat, etc. and perform physical Interventions proficiently throughout employment.
CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons):
CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS
Current/Valid and unrestricted US Driver’s License
Shift Work - PRC is a 24/7 facility; therefore, person in this position must be available to work any shift, any day, and/or any area, to meet agency needs.
Travel - Position must travel to remote work sites and must utilize a State vehicle, if available. If not, must utilize personal vehicle and submit for mileage reimbursement.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant’s prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact: melissa.hamilton@comcast.net
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#technical-support)
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997...). Failure to provide this requested information may render your application incomplete, and you may no longer be considered for the position.
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.
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Please describe what skills and abilities you have that you feel will make you a great candidate for this position.
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Please describe any experience you have with being a first and /or second level supervisor?
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Please explain your leadership style, supervision experience and how you would lead a team?
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How would you handle having multiple projects due at the same time while managing your daily workload?
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Describe your experience working with Intellectual/ Developmental Disabilities, mental illness, or complex medical diagnosis.
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Describe your experience setting a goal with a person, writing a plan and implementing it.
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